As summer deepens and the rain we need so badly continues to evade us, knowledge is the best preparation for the dangerous conditions that prevail. Grass fires can threaten quickly; even the most seasoned farmer can be caught out by the speed of a grass fire. It is vital that…
With temperatures forecast to 36 degrees and strong winds from the NW and W on Wednesday, a Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Illawarra/Shoalhaven, Southern Ranges, Central Ranges and Southern and Slopes Fire Areas. Please take care of yourselves, your animals and your property. For more detailed information go…
With temperatures in the high 30′ s forecast in conjunction with hot, NW winds, a Total Fire Ban has been declared for much of NSW, including this area. Total Fire Ban Rules No fires during a Total Fire BanA total fire ban means no fires out in the open. A…
NBN is proposing to erect a 45m high fixed wireless telecommunications tower, similar to the one in the above photograph, at the corner of the Great Western Highway and Browns Gap Road in Little Hartley. The proposed development (DA 317 / 16 LGS:CEF) has come to Council for determination.…
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death of Judy Kinnear. KINNEAR (nee WEATHERALL & formerly DUNSTAN): Judy 25 December, 2016 peacefully at Lithgow District Hospital. Of Hartley. Loving mother & mother-in-law of Penny & David, Alex & Rhonda, Chris & Anna, Prue, Jon & Sarah,…
